MAURITIUS, YOUR GATEWAY
TO AFRICA AND THE INDIAN OCEAN
Mauritius is a stable, open and globally connected island economy positioned between Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Thanks to its political stability, investor-friendly regulatory framework and quality of life, the country offers a compelling environment for living, doing business and investing. Mauritius has successfully transformed from a monocrop economy into a diversified, services- and innovation-led economy, with strong pillars in financial services, tourism, ICT, logistics and real estate.
MAURITIUS IN INTERNATIONAL BENCHMARKS
REASONS FOR INVESTING
IN MAURITIUS
Mauritius, an attractive business destination:
- Corporate tax: 15%
- VAT: 15%
- No capital gains tax
- Dividends are tax-exempt in Mauritius
- 100% foreign ownership permitted in most sectors
- No minimum capital requirement to start a business
- Bilingual workforce (English & French)
- Strong network of international agreements (DTAAs, IPPAs, trade agreements)
- Modern infrastructure and high quality of life for expatriates and teams

HOW TO SET UP
YOUR BUSINESS IN
MAURITIUS
Setting up a business in Mauritius is simple, fast and fully digitalised.
Companies can be incorporated through the Corporate and Business Registration Integrated System (CBRIS), while permits and licences are processed via the National Electronic Licensing System.
Mauritius allows full foreign ownership in most sectors and does not impose a minimum capital requirement, making it a highly accessible jurisdiction for international investors.
Key benefits include:
- 100% foreign ownership,
- Political and economic stability,
- Compliance with international standards,
- A network of Investment Promotion and Protection Agreements,
- Membership in various trade organizations,
- Cost-efficient company formation and;
- a skilled bilingual workforce.
COMPANY REGISTRATION IN MAURITIUS
To register a company, investors typically need to provide:
- Company name
- Nature of business
- Due diligence documents
- Registered office address
- Contact details
Mauritius remains one of the most efficient jurisdictions in Africa for company incorporation and cross-border operations, supported by a robust legal and regulatory framework.
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